Step inside an Afro-centric Scouse takeover during Death of a Salesman...
During the run of Death of a Salesman, the Everyman will become an immersive Afro‑centric Scouse environment curated by Associate Creative Director Yusra Warsama inspired by Director Tristan Fynn‑Aiduenu and the creative team. The whole building will come alive with art, stories and textures drawn from the themes of the show and rooted in Liverpool’s African, Caribbean and Black heritage.
You’re invited to explore, take part and make the space your own – extending your experience beyond the auditorium, before the show begins and long after it ends.
ONE OFF EVENTS
- Wed 23 Sep – Freelancer Mixer (link opens in a new tab), 6pm
- Thu 24 Sep – Post-show DJ set from Ifran Rainy
- Thu 1 Oct – Reclamation Poetry event with Samatar Elmi, 2 pm
- Thu 1 Oct – Post-show DJ set from Decks in the City, 10.45pm
- Wed 7 Oct – Conversations of Truth: Exploring identity and representation in the Black diaspora with FACE, 2pm
- Thu 8 Oct – Night of Black Cultural Celebration with DJ MYOHMY
DJ Ifran Rainy
Thu 24 Sep - Post-show DJ set
Samatar Elmi
Thu 1 Oct – Reclamation Poetry
DJ MYOHMY
Thu 8 Oct - Night of Black Cultural Celebration
Explore anytime - Installations from 23rd September
Pop into the Everyman anytime from 11am throughout the run of Death of a Salesman to explore Afro futuristic/Afro centric inspired costumes, posters and artwork, our immersive Nomadic tent installation, and the Literature & podcast corner – including our Talking Heads Seafarer archives…
NOMADIC TENT INSTALLATION
An interactive exhibition that invites its viewers to become a part of a conversation about the city they call home. Enter into the tent – and join the conversation. Audiences will be offered the chance to respond to questions and provocation, with the aim of building community for freelancers. Step into this living room and have a natter.
LITERATURE AND PODCAST CORNER
Come and lose yourself in a good book, or listen to an enthralling podcast in our cosy corner. All of the literature provided has similar themes to Death Of A Salesman, and there will be a podcast available to listen to via QR code/our headphones.
TALKING HEADS – SEAFARER ARCHIVES
In this exhibition, we have a series of footage from Seafarers of Liverpool. Most of the footage is from Cruel Sea, a project from the Everyman over a decade ago. This has been pieced together from our archives and Liverpool Library.
EXHIBITION
Until Fri 2 Oct – Visit the exhibition in EV2, featuring artwork by Sumuyya Khader and Anna Loy, two artists whose work contributes to the Afro-Scouse atmosphere surrounding Death of a Salesman. Selected pieces are available to purchase.
To enquire about purchasing Sumuyya Khader’s artwork, please visit their website. Information on purchasing Anna Loy’s pieces is available from Box Office.
FACE x Liverpool Everyman Takeover
FACE is a not-for profit organisation dedicated to catalysing transformation within Higher Education Arts and Design fields, and the creative industries. Their mission is to champion equity, inclusivity and unity, with a specific focus on addressing issues related to race, colour, and ethnicity. They are taking over one week in the building during week 3 of Death of a Salesman with lots of exciting, engaging content which is free to enjoy.
Lead Curators: Davina Hawthorne, (De Monfort University and FACE Council member)
Co – Curators: Andrew Ibi, (Liverpool John Moores University, Co-Founder of FACE) Nada Koreish (Cardiff Metropolitan University and FACE Council Member), Benita Odogwu-Atkinson (FACE Co-chair)
THE EXHIBITION, Mon 5 – Sat 10 Oct
A showcase of fashion, art, and design celebrating Afrocentric and Afrofuturist perspectives.
THE READING CORNER, Mon 5 – Sat 10 Oct
A space to relax and browse published and digital works by FACE members. Browse books, scan QR codes for digital galleries, watch videos and read stories.
THE PANEL, Wed 7 Oct
FACE Conversations of Truth – 01: Exploring identity and representation in the Black diaspora, 2pm
Celebrating Legacies. Reclaiming Histories. Imagining Futures.
Learn more: weareface.uk
WHAT'S COOKING?
Mama Put & Chop will bring global flavours to the Street Café every Thu, Fri & Sat throughout the run of Death of a Salesman, Starting on the 24th of September. Check back here for the menu as it updates across the season.
All events are free to attend, with food from Mama Put & Chop available to purchase.
